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Election Commission
Every polling booth to display important contact and helpline numbers on polling day
Kolkata, April 5, 2019
Every polling booth will be provided with signages containing necessary information for voters in the upcoming Lok Sabha 2019 election, informed Shri Sanjay Basu, Additional CEO, West Bengal. Keeping up with the spirit of providing assured minimum facilities to the voters, contact numbers of District Electoral Officer, Returning Officer, BLO, sectoral and mobile team’s contact number as well voter helpline number 1950 will be displayed in the booths. This function of sharing important numbers with voters in all the polling booths of that parliamentary constituency is being done in an elaborate manner this time, stated the Addl. CEO. These important numbers pertaining to that particular parliamentary constituency will be pasted in all the booths on the day before polls are to be conducted. The signages will include permanent information which stands for Assembly Constituency Number and Polling Station Number.
Further, information related to necessary and alternate documents which can be carried as ID proof for casting vote will also be displayed in every booth. Also, guidelines on how to vote using EVM and VVPAT will be displayed in every booth.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles loss of lives due to bus accident in Buldhana, Maharashtra
Announces ex-gratia from PMNRF
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the loss of lives due to a bus accident in Buldhana, Maharashtra. The Prime Minister announced an ex-gratia from PMNRF of Rs. 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased and Rs. 50,000 for those injured.
The Prime Minister’s Office tweeted;
“Deeply saddened by the devastating bus mishap in Buldhana, Maharashtra. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who lost their lives. May the injured recover soon. The local administration is providing all possible assistance to the affected.”
“An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of those who lost their lives in the bus mishap in Buldhana. Rs. 50,000 would be given to the injured.”
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Number of Workers In Unorganised Sector
As per the Economic Survey, 2021-22, total number of people working in the unorganised sector is around 43.99 crores during 2019-20.
As on 18.07.2023, more than 28.96 crore workers have been registered under the eShram portal out of which around 52.70 lakh workers have been registered on eShram in Haryana.
The Government has taken measures for labour welfare and employment generation across India during Covid-19 pandemic. The Government announced Aatamanirbhar Bharat package to provide stimulus to business and to mitigate the adverse impact of Covid 19. Under this, the Government provided fiscal stimulus of more than Rupees Twenty-Seven Lakh crore.
The Aatmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana  was launched with effect from 1st October, 2020 to incentivize employers for creation of new employment and restoration of loss of employment during Covid 19 pandemic. The terminal date for registration of beneficiary was 31.03.2022. Since inception of the scheme, till 11.03.2023, benefits have been provided to 60.3 lakhs beneficiaries under the scheme.
In order to facilitate employment of unorganized workers who have gone back to their Home State, Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyan was initiated in 116 districts in Mission Mode for 125 days on 20th June 2020 to boost employment and livelihood opportunities for unorganized workers returning to their home and similarly affected persons in rural areas.
The Government also increased the relief under Atal Beemit Vyakti Kalyan Yojana  scheme for Insured persons  who became unemployed from 25 percent to 50 percent of average per day earning of the employee with effect from 24.03.2020 to 31st December, 2020.
Under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana  scheme, 5 kg of food grain per person was provided free of cost.
This information was given by Union Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shri. Rameshwar Teli in a written reply in the Lok Sabha.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Financial assistance of Rs 34,800 crore received by around 39 Crore poor people under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package 
Chandigarh, May 6, 2020
Using the digital payment infrastructure, around 39 crore poor people received financial assistance of Rs 34,800 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package  as on 5th May, 2020. The package was announced by Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman on 26th March, 2020 to protect the poor from the impact of the lockdown due to COVID-19. As part of the PMGKP, the Government announced free food grains and cash payment to women and poor senior citizens and farmers.
While the Government is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that the relief measures reach the needy swiftly and in line with the intent of the lock down, the beneficiaries, under the package, in the region have expressed satisfaction with the services provided. Bina of Attawa village in Chandigarh, a beneficiary under the Ujjwala Yojna, said that earlier she received a free gas connection and now, a free gas cylinder is also being provided. Rajwana, from the same city expressed her gratitude to the Government of India for giving free LPG cylinder. While Hira, also from Chandigarh confirmed to receive a gas cylinder, said that the Government is extending all the necessary help in the light of situation due to COVID-19.

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Ravi from Kawwali village, Sonipat in Haryana thanked the Government of India for providing Rs 2000 to farmers under PM-KISAN and hoped that in future the Government would keep supporting the farmers. Neera Devi from Mandi in Himachal Pradesh appreciated the provision of free rations to the poor. She further said this has ensured that no family remains hungry during lockdown.

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As on 5th May,2020, Rs 16,394 crore front loaded towards payment of the first instalment of PM-KISAN to 8.19 crore beneficiaries. Total 5.09 crore Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana  cylinders have been booked under this scheme so far and 4.82 crore PMUY free cylinders already delivered to beneficiaries.
Ministry of Steel
Minister of Civil Aviation and Steel, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia pays tribute to freedom fighters and felicitates family members of martyrs at Central Jail, Gwalior
As a part of ‘Har Ghar Tiranga and ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’ program, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Minister of Civil Aviation and Steel paid tribute to freedom fighters and felicitated family members of the martyrs in a program held at the Central Jail, Gwalior on today.
The Minister also inaugurated an exhibition of pictures portraying the horrors of partition. The exhibition depicts a story of unprecedented human displacement and forced migration, a story of violent divide and how the way of life and ages of co-existence came to a sudden and dramatic end.
At the event, the Minister said that the country and the countrymen have travelled this journey of 75 years since independence, and now we not only need to think about this journey but also prepare ourselves for the journey ahead. He said, the country has now moved ahead on the path of development under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, and the country is geared up for a new journey from Amrit Kaal to Shatabdi Kaal. Opportunities are immense and we need to take the sankalp to keep this country on the path of development.
While addressing the inmates of Central Jail, gwalior, Shri Scindia emphasised it's history and it's relevance in the freedom struggle. He stated that once the inmates are released, the skills learnt and introspection carried out during this stay will enable them to make a positive contribution in the society and the nation.
The Minister motivated the gathering for feeling proud of the Tiranga that reflects the emotions of 130 crore countrymen, their diversity and honour. The Minister also pointed out the horrors of partition, and the sufferings of the displaced and affected people.
The government of India and State/UT Governments along with the people of India are celebrating Azadi Ka Amit Mahotsav  to commemorate 75 years of Independence. People are actively taking parts in ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ programs all across the country. As a part of this program, 400 places which include important monuments, memorials, jails, railway stations and places near forest and rivers that are associated with freedom struggle have been identified where the sacrifices of freedom fighters are being recognized to remind the present generation of their invaluable contributions.
The programme was organized by the Ministry of Steel with help of district administration and Central Jail, Gwalior authorities.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
India hockey coach Reid says National Games will help in building a formidable team for Paris Olympics
Indian Men’s Hockey team chief coach Graham Reid believes that the 36th National Games has come at the right time and that it will help in building a formidable team for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
Speaking on the sidelines of his maiden National Games experience, Reid said he was pleased with the quality of the matches in the eight-team competition that reached its finale at the Maj. Dhyanchand Stadium here on Tuesday.
“This is the first National Games I am watching. I would say it has come at the right time. The most important aspect is many youngsters have showcased their talent which could come in handy in building a good Team India for Paris Olympics,” said Reid, a native of Queensland, Australia.
The Chief Coach recognises the different approaches by the players at the domestic and international levels. “Here, in the National Games, it is more of individual skills that one gets to see while, on the international stage, it is different with a one-touch game. Individual skills are needed but the players will have to adapt to the circumstances,” he said.
Reid said the current Indian team has the ingredients to be one of the teams to beat across the globe. “Having said that, the focus of any member of Team India should be to adapt to the circumstances and play to potential,” he said, looking out for talent that can help the Indian squad in international events.
Talking about Harmanpreet Singh, the winner of the 2022 FIH Player of the Year award, the Chief Coach said the recognition would spur him. “He has had a great year. I am sure he will improve and carry on the good work. He is not easily satisfied, and has the urge to improve every day, a good sign of a brilliant player,” Reid said.
The Chief Coach also praised goalkeeper PR Sreejesh. “Yes, he has been good. The career of the ’keepers are longer than other players,” Reid said, indicating that India are looking at developing goalkeepers, scheduling a camp from where more keepers could be spotted and groomed.”
Special Service and Features
CSIR Foundation Day Celebrations
The foundation day of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research , New Delhi, an autonomous organization under Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India, was celebrated with great enthusiasm on 26 September 2023, at the CSIR Campus in Taramani, Chennai by CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre  and CSIR Madras Complex .
As a part of the foundation day celebrations Open Day was observed at CSIR Campus, Taramani, Chennai, and at TTRS  Campus, Tirusulam, Chennai, by CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre  and Regional Units of CSIR-CECRI, CSIR-CEERI, CSIR-CSIO, CSIR-NEERI and CSIR-NML.
All laboratories in the CSIR Campus and TTRS were kept open for the general public between 9.30 am and 3:00 pm. Elaborate arrangements were made to receive the visitors. Technologies, products and state-of-the-art facilities were showcased and demonstrated for the benefit of the visitors. More than 7900 people including school and college students, teachers, professionals from the industry, entrepreneurs and the general public visited the campus with great enthusiasm. They had a first-hand glimpse of multifarious and multi-discipline R&D programmes currently going on in the laboratories and the technologies developed. The visitors showed keen interest and passionately interacted with the scientific staff.
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav Addresses 8th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting
BRICS led initiatives should be country-driven and voluntary in approach: Shri Bhupender Yadav
BRICS Countries may explore cooperation in Solar energy, industry transition, infrastructure and climate resilience: Shri Bhupender Yadav
Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav participated in the 8th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting, today. The meeting was held virtually under Presidency of People’s Republic of China. The theme of the Meeting was “Foster High-Quality BRICS Partnership, Usher in a New Era for Global Development”. Ministers and delegates from Brazil, Russia and South Africa also participated in the Meeting.
Addressing the Meeting, the Minister mentioned about the significance and important role of the BRICS Nations while combatting the global environmental and climate change challenges. Shri Yadav highlighted historical responsibility of developed countries for consuming the carbon budget; equity at all scales in climate action and sustainable development; lifestyle and curbing unsustainable consumption, in mitigating climate change; Common but Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities ; national circumstances and priorities; Climate Justice; and fulfilment of commitments made by the Developed Countries on climate finance and transfer of technology.
Highlighting India’s Climate Actions, the Union Environment Minister stated that BRICS led initiatives should be country-driven and voluntary in approach, and underlined the need for international cooperation and multilateralism.
During the discussion on Join Hands to Facilitate Green and Low-carbon Development, the Minister stated that existing BRICS initiatives can also contribute towards promoting sustainable and low-carbon development. Solar energy, industry transition, infrastructure and climate resilience are areas, where BRICS Countries may explore cooperation.
The Joint Statement for the 8th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting was adopted in the Meeting after hectic deliberation among the BRICS Nations.
Ministry of Defence
Mission Sagar - INS Kesari at Port Victoria, Seychelles
As part of Mission Sagar, Indian Naval Ship Kesari entered Port Victoria, Seychelles, on 07 June 2020. The Government of India in these difficult times is providing assistance to Friendly Foreign Countries in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic and towards the same INS Kesari is carrying a consignment of COVID related essential medicines for the people of Seychelles.
An official ceremony for handing over the medicines from the Government of India to Government of Seychelles was held on 07 June 2020. Secretary of state for Foreign Affairs, H.E Ambassador Barry Faure and Secretary of State for Health, H.E Ambassador Marie Pierre Lloyd, represented the Government of Seychelles at the ceremony. The Indian side was represented by the High Commissioner of India to Seychelles, H.E General Dalbir Singh Suhag PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, VSM  and the Second Secretary to HCI, Mr Ashwin Bhaskaran.
The assistance to Seychelles is a part of the Government of India outreach amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. ‘Mission Sagar’ builds on the excellent relations existing between the two countries to battle the COVID-19 pandemic and its resultant difficulties. The deployment also resonates the vision of our Prime Minister of Security and Growth for All in the Region ‘SAGAR’ and highlights the importance accorded by India to relations with the countries in the IOR. The operation is being progressed in close coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs, and other agencies of the Government of India.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Steps Taken by Government to support Diabetes Patients
Provision of free essential medicines including insulin through Initiatives like Generic Medicines under ‘Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana  and Free Drugs Service Initiative of NHM
Treatment for in-patient care also available under Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana 
As per 10th edition of International Diabetes Federation  Atlas, 2021, India has 74.2 million people with diabetes between the age of 20 – 79 years. The Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, however provides technical and financial support to the States/UTs under the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke , as part of National Health Mission , based on the proposals received from the States/UTs and subject to the resource envelope. The programme focusses on strengthening infrastructure, human resource development, health promotion & awareness generation for prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases , early diagnosis, management and referral to an appropriate level of healthcare facility for treatment.
A population-based initiative for prevention, control and screening for common NCDs has been rolled out in the country under NHM and also as a part of Comprehensive Primary Health Care. Under the initiative, persons more than 30 years of age are targeted for their screening. Screening of these common NCDs including diabetes is an integral part of service delivery under Ayushman Bharat – Health and Wellness Centres.
Under Free Drugs Service Initiative of NHM, financial support is provided to States/UTs for provision of free essential medicines including insulin for poor and needy people. Furthermore, quality generic medicines including insulin are made available at affordable prices to all, under ‘Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana , in collaboration with the State Governments.
The treatment in Government Hospitals is either free or highly subsidized for the poor and needy. The treatment for in-patient care is also available under Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana  for 10.74 crore families eligible under AB-PMJAY as per Socio Economic Caste Census  database 2011.
The Department of Biotechnology under its ‘Chronic Disease Program supports research in focused high disease burden areas including Diabetes. Diabetes and metabolic syndrome has remained the major thrust area and a number of projects have been supported to gain deeper insights into the molecular mechanisms, addressing associated morbidities and finding novel drug targets for type II Diabetes and Diabetes related complications. The research projects on various aspects of Diabetes are supported by Government.
The Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar stated this in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Urban Development
Kalyanis Cleaning and Rejuvenation under Swachhata Hi Seva in Karnataka
In 4 districts of Karnataka under the Swachhata Hi Seva, cleaning and rejuvenation of 31 temple tanks  across the districts took place.
These temple reservoirs have historical and architectural value.
CEOs and district personnel are involved in cleaning and working towards generating awareness among the villagers to preserve heritage and sustain structures.
Approx. 1500 people participated in Shramdaan
Ministry of Communications
TRAI extends last date to receive comments/ counter comments on Consultation Paper on “Data Communication Services Between Aircraft and Ground Stations Provided by Organizations Other Than Airports Authority of India”
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India  had released a Consultation Paper on “Data Communication Services Between Aircraft and Ground Stations Provided by Organizations Other Than Airports Authority of India” on 10.12.2022. The last date for receiving written comments on the issues raised in the Consultation Paper from stakeholders was fixed as 09.01.2023 and for counter comments as 23.01.2023.
Keeping in view the requests of industry association for extension of time for submission of comments, it has been decided to extend the last date for submission of written comments and counter comments up to 23.01.2023 and 06.02.2023 respectively.
The comments/ counter comments may be sent to Shri Akhilesh Kumar Trivedi, Advisor , TRAI, preferably in electronic form at advmn@trai.gov.in. For any clarification/ information, Advisor  may be contacted at Telephone Number +91-11-23210481.
Ministry of Finance
CGST Delhi West Commissionerate busts nexus of more than 30 fake firms and arrests a person in special drive against fake registrations
The CGST Delhi West Commissionerate under CGST Delhi Zone, upon analysis of an entity under investigation as part of Special Drive against fake registrations, found multiple entities registered on the same address wherein the said address was found existent during verification but the owner of the said premises denied any knowledge about existence of any firms. Supply chain analysis revealed that there was no movement of goods from the said address.
Accordingly, searches were undertaken at multiple locations in Delhi discovered using data analytics and it was found that a person named Shiva has been obtaining KYC credentials from persons on the pretext of getting loans sanctioned for them and subsequently selling the firms. Further search revealed that Shiva has created more than 30 fake firms and sold them in cash at a premium. He also stated that to avoid physical verification, he used AADHAR authentication to obtain these GST registrations.
These multiple firms were found to have availed/passed on ineligible ITC of more than 50 crore. Accordingly, Shiva violated Section 132 of the CGST Act, 2017 and was arrested. He was remanded to judicial custody today. Further investigation is in progress.